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Bernie Riegger
Wabamun,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented analytical and mechanically inclined professional with a strong foundation in automotive and heavy equipment valuation.
Proven ability to conduct precise, objective condition assessments and determine accurate market values.
Known for exceptional attention to detail, integrity, and clear communication
Exceptional problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of market trends enable the delivery of reliable, transparent appraisal reports.
Dedicated to delivering objective, accurate, and timely appraisals and providing unbiased evaluations that build trust and drive client satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Broker
BRR EQUIPMENT
Wabamun, AB
09.2021 - Current
- Estimate Auction and Retail values of equipment and vehicles for sellers
- Develop and maintain relationships with sellers to consign, auction and sell equipment
- Develop trusted relationships with buyers
- Implement sales, marketing and advertising strategies to reach as wide of a domestic and international market as possible.
- Arrange and manage disassembly, transport, customs and ocean freight
- BRR Equipment brokers, sells and auctions mining and construction equipment throughout North America and the world by retail and auction methods
Equipment Broker
KMC MINING
Fort McMurray, AB
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Sell mining and construction equipment, vehicles and ancillary equipment by retail and auction methods
- Do valuations on used mining equipment for reselling and accounting purposes
- Negotiate selling and purchase contracts
- Arrange and manage disassembly, loading, transport and ocean freight
- KMC was a contract mining company located in the oilsands in Fort McMurray
Auctioneer
Michener Allen Auctions
Edmonton, AB
04.1984 - 03.2020
- Estimate and appraise vehicles and equipment for financial institutions and for resale by auction
- Appraised merchandise before sale and assembled merchandise in lots according to estimated value of individual pieces or type of article.
- Maintainrd and increased client base in an assigned territory through networking, cold calling and various other marketing methods
- Create new business via several direct marketing methods
- Auction at monthly public auction sales in Calgary and Edmonton
- Conducted regular market analyses to stay current on industry trends, adjusting strategies accordingly for optimal results at future auctions.
- Developed marketing campaigns to attract maximum number of bidders through cold calls, direct marketing online advertisement and social networking.
- Michener Allen Auctions is one of the largest privately owned public equipment, auto, RV and miscellaneous auction houses in Western Canada.
Education
Appraisers Certificate - Appraising Equipment, Vehicles, Livestock, Antique
Canadian Personal Property Property Appraisers Group
Calgary, AB10.2018
Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton05.1990
Auctioneer Certificate - Auctioneering
Western College of Auctioneering
Billings Montana10.1986
Skills
- SKILLED AT ESTIMATING VALUES OF USED EQUIPMENT FOR RESALE
- SKILLED IN ALL MS OFFICE PRODUCTS
- EXCELLENT RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
- PROSPECTING/NEW CLIENT DEVELOPMENT
- EXCELLENT CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS
- SUPERIOR CONTRACT/PRICE NEGOTIATION SKILLS
- EFFICIENT TERRITORY/ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
- TECHNICAL PRESENTATIONS
- QUICK LEARNER
- EXCELLENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Affiliations
Alberta Auctioneers Association
CPPAG
Certification
Auctioneer Certificate
Respiratory Therapy Degree
Canadian Personal Property Appraisal Group Certificate
Timeline
Equipment Broker
BRR EQUIPMENT
09.2021 - Current
Equipment Broker
KMC MINING
08.2016 - 09.2021
Auctioneer
Michener Allen Auctions
04.1984 - 03.2020
Appraisers Certificate - Appraising Equipment, Vehicles, Livestock, Antique
Canadian Personal Property Property Appraisers Group
Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Auctioneer Certificate - Auctioneering
Western College of Auctioneering
VOLUNTEER WORK AND INTERESTS
- FAMILY
- MUSICIAN TO LOCAL CHARITIES AND OLD AGE HOMES
- I DONATE MY SERVICES AS AN AUCTIONEER TO CHARITIES
- SAILING
- MOTORCYCLING
- FISHING
- KAYAKING